Content Creator responsible for researching and preparing current events for social media. Working in a dynamic environment with direct impact on a large audience's content.
About the role
- Reporter creating compelling local and hyper-local news for The Northern Echo using AI tools and traditional journalism skills. Collaborating in a hybrid environment for diverse digital platforms.
Responsibilities
- Source, research and produce compelling local and hyper‑local news stories for digital platforms
- Use AI-enabled tools to enhance story discovery, content creation and audience engagement
- Write accurate, engaging and timely articles that resonate with online audiences
- Monitor and respond to breaking news across Teesside and the wider Northern Echo patch
- Work closely with colleagues in the Darlington newsroom to contribute to daily and long-term coverage
- Apply audience data and analytics to shape content decisions and drive readership growth
- Ensure all content complies with media law, ethical standards, privacy requirements and plagiarism rules
- Continuously develop technical and journalistic skills to support evolving newsroom practices
Requirements
- Strong news sense with the ability to identify stories that matter to local audiences
- Passion for journalism and curiosity about the role of AI in modern news production
- Excellent written English and the ability to write clearly, accurately and engagingly
- Understanding of digital journalism and publishing across multiple platforms
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technology and newsroom tools
- Awareness of media law, accuracy, compliance and ethical reporting standards
- Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- NCTJ-qualified or working towards qualifications (trainees with prelims welcomed)
Benefits
- **25 days holiday** + bank holidays + **your birthday off**
- **Holiday buy scheme** for extra flexibility
- **Structured career progression** & ongoing training
- **Pension plan**
- **Employee Helpline** counselling and advice
- **Perks & discounts** including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
- **Team building days** & annual **volunteer charity day**
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